New COVID-19 variant emerges with old one driving record cases in Maine
The omicron variant caught the attention of health officials due to quick growth in cases in South Africa and genetic analysis showing it has more mutations than previous strains.
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Bangor residents on multiple streets woke up to their cars egged on Thanksgiving
The eggs froze to some vehicles, which can cause damage to paint and is difficult to remove.
Quarry landfills started as a good idea a century ago, but are now a problem
Since quarries over time fill with water, the disposal of waste into them has been prohibited in Maine for decades.Â
Maine will see COVID-19 cases dip after holidays, but it doesn’t mean transmission is down
While reported cases often decline around the holidays, travel and family gatherings pose increased COVID-19 risks, particularly for unvaccinated people.
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The history of Thanksgiving in Maine
Whatever the truth about where America first broke bread and gave thanks, Thanksgiving remains a placid holiday filled with food, football and parades.
How to combat ‘winter depression’ in Maine
Medical science has shown that the short days and lack of sunlight in northern latitudes can have negative physical and emotional effects on some people.
How the Appalachian Mountain Club created a 4-season destination in Maine
In a tourism region that also contains Moosehead Lake, AMC now accounts for 5-7 percent of the area’s hospitality jobs.
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